Struggling to see your GP? Left late-night Googling your symptoms? You're not alone – and we’re here to help! No Appointment Necessary is your weekly prescription of trusted, no-nonsense health advice from working GP Dr Amir Khan, who’s here to cut through the confusion, bust the myths, and help you take charge of your well-being. Alongside him is his close friend and co-host Cherry Healey – a passionate health advocate on hand to ask your questions and get the very best info to help you feel in control. Over 80% of women say they don’t feel heard at the doctor’s, and with appointments so hard to get, and when you do get one they’re over in a flash, that’s why we’ve opened our doors for you to join us each week for real, relatable health advice, helpful lifestyle tips, and a catch-up with Dr Amir and Cherry. No pressure, no rush – and no receptionist to get past! The content of No Appointment Necessary is for general information — it's not a substitute for a personalised medical assessment. Always consider your own medical history and personal circumstances before acting on any health information. Have a question, feedback, or want to suggest a topic? Get in touch: Email: noappointmentpodcast@gmail.com Created and produced by James Carpenter and Jo Scaratt-Jones
What this show covers
Menopausewomen's healthHRTheart healthCholesterolnutritionwellbeingsleepFirst aidgut healthhormonesheart attack signsosteopeniablood pressureEndometriosis
What listeners will find here
The heart-health episode that focuses on risks you might not notice
Heart health is the focus here, with Cherry Healey and Dr Amir Khan unpacking high blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and the warning signs of a heart attack. It also covers how symptoms can differ in women, what changes after menopause, and what to do if someone collapses.
A rapid-fire GP Q&A on menopause, statins, sweating and more
This episode turns the mic over to listener questions, with Dr Amir Khan answering a wide range of everyday health concerns. Cherry Healey guides a practical conversation covering joint pain, menopause, HRT, cholesterol, statins, cold hands and feet, excessive sweating and endometriosis.
Which supplements are worth it—and which are just hype?
Supplements are the focus here, from magnesium and creatine to collagen, electrolytes, omega-3 and multivitamins. Cherry Healey and Dr Amir Khan sort through what seems to work, what might help, and what may not deserve a place in your basket.
A practical autumn sleep reset, from wake-up times to teen body clocks
Sleep is the focus here, with Cherry and Dr Amir tackling how to get routines back on track after summer. The episode looks at fixing sleep, building habits that last, why teenagers tend to sleep later, and why better rest may begin with when you wake up.
A practical first-aid guide to choking, CPR, burns, bleeding and more
First aid is the focus here, with Cherry Healey and Dr Amir Khan covering what to do in emergencies like choking, severe bleeding, burns, allergic reactions and CPR. It also flags common mistakes that can make an injury worse, making this especially useful for anyone who wants a clear refresher.
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